O.K. I need your help. My dog is almost four years old. 1/2 Pug~1/2 Boxer. He is so attached to me that he whimper's if I even leave to go to the store. He whimper's if I'm in the bathroom because he want's to be in there with me. He whimper's if I'm outside getting something out of the car. He seems like he's getting worse. I don't understand what he's afraid of? I've had him since he was a tiny little baby. Please help! What can I do. I can't even leave the house without feelings guilty!
Desperate Dog Owner!
2007-01-18 12:31:19 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
My dog is somewhat like that too it's cute but you need to get your dog a companion to play with so you can get on with your life without feeling guilty about leaving it behind!!!!
2007-01-18 12:34:48 · answer #1 · answered by Ali.D 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I wish I could be of more help, but I have the same problem. I have a Jack Russell Terrier who wont even let me take a shower with out him trying to jump in. The only thing I have found is a toy or treats to keep them busy. Make sure it is a safe toy and treats. Good Luck, I am still working on my dog.
2007-01-18 12:36:45 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to teach you dog to be confident. Take your pet for good long walks every day. If you can read Cesar's Way, its a good book for common dog behavior issues. It helped me a lot! Taking you dog for walks helps them to release pent up energy and then they won't be so fixed on you and will be more relaxed. This does not mean your dog doesn't love you any more it is just more of a balance this way. You like to get out of the house and so do your pets.
2007-01-18 12:38:53 · answer #3 · answered by eva diane 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mine was like that too.It's seperation anxiety.Ours went everywhere with us unless we absolutely could not take him with and I always promised a treat when we returned which he got.
I took awhile for him to realize that our going away meant something yummy when we got back and altho he had plenty to keep him occupied he chose to be destructive so we got another pup for him to focus on.It worked.Not one thing has been chewed by either one that is'nt supposed to be chewed.
Keep a bag of treats in the bathroom and hand him one when you come out.When you go to the store buy him a beef jerky or a sausage stick.When you go outside take him with.Get him toys he can interact with.Kongs stuffed with peanut butter and treat balls are great to relieve boredom while you're away.A smoked leg bone from the meat shop works great too.
2007-01-19 01:31:05 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-07 09:13:03 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Firstly, definitely do not make a big deal over your dog when you leave - this will just heighten his anxiety.
If he whimpers, ignore him. When he is quiet, praise and pay attention.
I would recommend reading a book called The Dog Listener by Jan Fannell. I have and have employed her methods and it has worked for me and my dominant dog.
2007-01-18 20:27:13 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My dog has (finally!) learned that when I leave, I will return. It took a while, but now when I tell that I'm going but he's staying, he immediately goes to his favorite "look-out" spot and lies down. I pet and praise him and make a big deal out of his good behavior - and then I leave and don't look back. However, when I return, he immediately gets lots of love, some play time, and a slice of cheese, his favorite treat. Now I think he almost looks forward to my leaving.....!
2007-01-18 12:48:16 · answer #7 · answered by MomBear 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My dog is like that too. I also tell him that "i'll be back" when I am leaving and then I give him a treat when I get back home. It seems to work. Repitition is the key. He will get used to it after getting into a routine.
2007-01-18 12:54:45 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
maybe get your pug a nice doggie compainion?
tip: when you leave the house dont make a big deal about leaving just simply say something like 'i'll be back' as you walk out the door. i know its hard but give it a try
good luck =]
2007-01-18 12:35:08 · answer #9 · answered by </3 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
your asking this after 4 years? when did it become a problem? maybe a another dog might help, or make it more jealous, might be a good option though
2007-01-18 12:39:39 · answer #10 · answered by goldie 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋